Pain and Symptom Management

The Pain and Symptom Management program is provided by an interdisciplinary team of experts, including doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, pharmacists, dietician and pastoral care, to develop the treatment most appropriate to each case. The goal is to treat and stabilize pain and other symptoms, and to enable the patient to return to his or her family .

In 2005, patients responding to a satisfaction survey administered by the Ontario Hospital Association reported they were 100 per cent satisfied with the pain management treatment they received during their stay at Kemptville District Hospital.  To access this service you need a referral from a physician.

Palliative Care

The KDH's palliative care program supports people living with life threatening illness. Using a team approach, the program provides "care that aims to relieve suffering and improve the quality of life throughout the illness experience, so that patients and families can realize their full potential to live even when they are dying." The focus is on providing care to people who need services around the clock. Compassionate, experienced, knowledgeable people provide skilled care that eases your pain and other symptoms. The team includes physicians, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, dietary, pastoral care and palliative care volunteers. Members of the team work with community agencies to ensure a smooth transition home or to another facility if and when this is appropriate. The goal of the program is to help you live well to the end of your life.  To access this service you need a referral from a physician.

Respite Care

This program provides care on a short term or temporary basis, to allow a caregiver in the community relief from their responsibilities. Respite care is usually planned but may be required in emergencies such as the caregiver becomes unable to care for their loved ones because of sudden illness. Maximum length of stay is three weeks with a maximum of eight weeks per year. There is a daily charge. If you need further information, contact the Discharge Planner at extension 199.

Contact Linda Moore at 613-258-6133. Kemptville District Hospital requests 7 days notice whenever possible.

Rehab/ Reactivation

This program helps patients requiring a short-term recuperation period with a goal of a safe return to home or a smooth transition to a more supervised setting. It may include exercises to increase strength, assist with walking by the use of mobility aides and help with your everyday activities of daily living. The interdisciplinary team includes physicians, nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language pathology, discharge planning, nutrition, access centre for community care coordinator and volunteers. For further information go to www.ritts.ca

Constant Care

The Constant Care Unit is located across from the Nursing Station. The unit holds four beds for very ill patients needing more care and supervision. It has 4 cardiac monitors which are viewed at both the bedside monitor and the central monitor at the Nursing Station desk. Since the patients in this room are very sick, we ask that the number of visitors be limited to two family members who stay for no longer than 10-minutes at a time. If you need further information, contact the Manager of Patient Care at extension 153.

Complex Continuing Care

This comprehensive service is most suitable for people who have a chronic or progressive illness or disability and are no longer able to live independently in the community. This comprehensive program assists patients to achieve and maintain their maximum level of health and ability. The care needs of people in this program exceed those available through community services or in a nursing home.
If you need further information, contact the Manager of Patient Care at extension 153.

Acute Care

The KDH has 23 beds to serve patients who require in- hospital care because they need daily care by a physician along with 24-hour monitoring and treatment from other health care professional. A physician with privileges at the KDH needs to order your admission.

Family Suites

There are two family suites at Kemptville District Hospital. They are designed to provide a supportive environment for Palliative Care patients, pediatric patients or those other patients with family attending. These suites may be used by patients requesting private accommodation, when available.

Pastoral Care

Clergy visits are available for patients and can be arranged upon request to a nurse. Non-denominational chapel services are conducted every Tuesday in the Sunroom at 11:30 a.m. Trained Pastoral Care Volunteers visit the hospital several times a week or on request.

Pharmacy

The Pharmacist is available for all patients and their families to answer medication questions or provide information.

Nutrition

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